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NIO ET7 vs Polestar 2 comparison

Compare performance (653 HP vs 476 HP), boot space and price (59,900 £ vs 42,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET7 or Polestar 2?

NIO ET7 vs Polestar 2: Key differences

NIO ET7

  • visibly more power
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Polestar 2

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  • substantially cheaper
  • visibly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • a bit more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Polestar 2 is substantially cheaper – starting at 42,000 £ , while the NIO ET7 costs 59,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,923 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 2 is visibly more efficient: consuming 14.8 kWh/100km compared to 19 kWh/100km for the NIO ET7. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 2 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 659 km, about 75 km more than the NIO ET7.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO ET7 offers visibly more power – delivering 653 HP compared to 476 HP. That’s roughly 177 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO ET7 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.8 s, while the Polestar 2 takes 4.2 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Polestar 2 is marginally faster – reaching 205 km/h, while the NIO ET7 tops out at 200 km/h. The difference is around 5 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the NIO ET7 delivers a bit more torque with 850 Nm compared to 740 Nm. That’s about 110 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Polestar 2 is noticeably lighter – 2,015 kg compared to 2,434 kg. The difference is around 419 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Polestar 2 offers a bit more boot space – 405 L compared to 363 L. That’s a difference of about 42 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET7 carries marginally more – 466 kg compared to 421 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 2 sits just ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Polestar 2

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 272 - 476 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 554 - 659 km
NIO ET7
Polestar 2

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NIO ET7

The NIO ET7 arrives like a calm thunderstorm — sleek, silent and unapologetically clever, turning motorway cruising into the sort of effortless glide that makes other cars feel noisy and rehearsed. Inside, it's all luxury sofas and smart gadgets that actually help rather than confuse, so buyers who crave tech and comfort will feel like they've upgraded their life without needing to spellcheck the manual.

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Polestar 2

The Polestar 2 is a crisp, Scandinavian-styled electric liftback that pairs minimalist luxury with a focused, driver's attitude. It feels agile and composed whether you’re commuting or heading out for the weekend, with a tech-forward cabin and enough personality to make everyday driving a bit more fun.

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NIO ET7
Polestar 2

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,900 - 68,900 £
Price
42,000 - 57,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19 - 19.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.8 - 16.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
451 - 584 km
Electric Range
554 - 659 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
78 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,434 - 2,454 kg
Curb weight
2,015 - 2,188 kg
Trunk capacity
363 L
Trunk capacity
405 L
Length
5,101 mm
Length
4,606 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Width
1,859 mm
Height
1,509 mm
Height
1,473 - 1,479 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,095 L
Payload
446 - 466 kg
Payload
375 - 421 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
653 HP
Power HP
272 - 476 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 6.4 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
205 km/h
Torque
850 Nm
Torque
490 - 740 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
480 kW
Power kW
200 - 350 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2022
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Polestar
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